It's important to reflect on the importance of honoring and celebrating Jackie Robinson's efforts and career but also to pause and consider how far things have truly progressed.
There is no such thing as a category of "able" and and another of "disabled". All areas of human achievement span a continuum of ability and performance.
There is no such thing as a category of "able" and and another of "disabled". All areas of human achievement span a continuum of ability and performance.
Physical activity--like martial arts training--can serve an important rehabilitative role in neurological disorders. Tai chi training can give Parkinson's a good ol' kung fu kick.
Even though we enjoy watching the best athletes demonstrate their skills, we also like to see skillful, but super-confident athletes get beaten. Is it because we cannot identify with them?